#VU61234 Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts in Mendix Forgot Password Appstore module and Mendix Forgot Password Appstore module (Mendix 7 compatible)
Vulnerability identifier: #VU61234
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-307
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Mendix Forgot Password Appstore module
Other software /
Other software solutions
Mendix Forgot Password Appstore module (Mendix 7 compatible)
Other software /
Other software solutions
Vendor: Siemens
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to initial passwords are generated in an insecure manner. A remote attacker can perform a brute-force attack and gain valid credentials.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Mendix Forgot Password Appstore module: 3.3.0
External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-134279.pdf
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
